Session Details
Date & Time
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 8:40 AM - 9:20 AM
Name
A. Best Ideas to Overcome Persistent Drug Shortages
Session Type
Panel
Speakers
- Marva Williams-Lowe, PharmD, MHA, CPEL, FACHE, Chief Pharmacy Officer, MUSC Health; System Administrative Officer, Pharmacy Integrated Center of Clinical Excellence and Senior Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs, MUSC College of Pharmacy
- Robert Reynolds, PharmD, Pharmacy Executive, Vizient
- Ron Hartman, PharmD, MHA, FACHE, System Director, Pharmacy, Tanner Health
- Stacy Wise, Pharm.D., MBA, Director, Pharmacy, CHRISTUS Health
Description
Drug shortages continue to challenge safety, cost, and care continuity. This panel explores best ideas pharmacy leaders are using to mitigate persistent shortages, from sourcing strategies and inventory management to clinical alternatives and collaboration. Panelists share practical solutions to protect patient care, reduce disruption, and build more resilient medication supply chains.


